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Catherine Karpiuk

Mokena,IL

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Casmir the Great Polish Language School, enhancing curriculum and fostering critical thinking. Skilled in developing individualized education plans and engaging bilingual students, I successfully organized cultural events and improved academic outcomes through active listening and collaboration. Fluent in Polish, I promote inclusive learning environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vice Principal and teacher

Casmir the Great Polish Language School
Orland Hills, IL
09.2018 - 05.2024
  • Led curriculum development to enhance Polish language instruction quality.
  • Coordinated teacher training workshops to improve instructional strategies.
  • Managed student enrollment processes and maintained accurate records.
  • Organized cultural events that celebrated Polish heritage and traditions.
  • Supported staff in developing individualized education plans for students in need.
  • Investigated complaints made against faculty or staff according to established procedures while ensuring fairness throughout the process.
  • Created opportunities for meaningful parent involvement in their children's education.
  • Met and listened to student concerns to encourage, guide, and assist, resulting in improved academics.
  • Interacted positively with staff to demonstrate professional conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
  • Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.

Church Secretary

St. Stephen Deacon and Martyr Catholic Church
Tinley Park, Illinois
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Managed daily correspondence and communication for church members and staff.
  • Scheduled appointments and meetings for clergy and church events.
  • Provided secretarial assistance to pastors during special projects or events.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
  • Organized and maintained church files, records and documents.
  • Handled phone inquiries, providing information to parishioners and visitors.
  • Translated for Polish speaking parishioners.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Dominican University
River Forest, IL
05-2010

Skills

  • Classroom engagement
  • Individualized education plans
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Active listening
  • Cultural competency
  • Team collaboration
  • Fluent in the Polish language
  • Bilingual student education experience
  • Prepared students for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation

Certification

Middle school endorsement

Transitional language proficiency test

Social science endorsement

Languages

Polish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Church Secretary

St. Stephen Deacon and Martyr Catholic Church
01.2023 - 01.2024

Vice Principal and teacher

Casmir the Great Polish Language School
09.2018 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Dominican University

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